The Holy Spirit is not merely a mystical presence but the very breath, wisdom, and power of God working in and through believers. Isaiah 11:2 offers one of the clearest biblical outlines of the Holy Spirit's attributes, describing seven distinct manifestations—often called the seven powers or spirits of the Holy Spirit. These powers were fully embodied in Jesus Christ and are given to believers to live godly and victorious lives. Isaiah 11:2 (KJV) " And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord. " Let’s look at each power in detail: 1. The Spirit of the Lord This is the foundational presence of the Holy Spirit—the sovereign power of God that rests upon a person for divine assignment. It represents God’s anointing, approval, and presence. ...
In Galatians 2:20, Paul declares, " I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. " This statement is not literal but spiritual. It means that when we come to faith in Christ, our old, sinful self is put to death, and we begin a new life in Him. But what does it mean to be crucified with Christ, and how can we live it out daily? 1. Surrender to Christ Completely The first step to being crucified with Christ is surrendering your life to Him. This means recognizing that your life is no longer your own; it belongs to Jesus. He purchased you with His blood on the cross (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Surrender involves: ● Letting go of personal ambitions that are not aligned with God's will. ● Trusting Christ’s plan, even when it differs from your own. ● Allowing Jesus to be the Lord (ruler) of you...